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Top of our trip - Review of Hotel Villa Ducale

Top of our trip

We stayed in the Villa Ducale for 2 nights and were overwhelmed by the room (junior suite with a full view upon the straights of Messina) and the service, in particular those rendered by Luca and Antonio. We had been to different places on Sicily with our 1960 Mercedes Benz, enjoying different accomodations and people, but this stay at the Ducale was without any doubt the "Top of the Trip". Just to mention a couple of highlights: Warm welcome with a cool Prosecco, unsually ample and delicious breakfast buffet, seducing afternoon "tea-time" display - all with the hotel's compliments. Tip for any future traveller and wine lover: Try the Nobile di Montepulciano for 25 € from the wine list - if the management hasn't taken it from the list by now!More

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Stayed: May 2008, travelled as a couple

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Ask oldtimerDuesseldorf about Hotel Villa Ducale

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Stayed here for four days at the end of an Italian holiday. I cannot think of a better way to end our trip. This place was absolutely unbelievable, and our private villa was possibly one of the most gorgeous, romantic places I have ever stayed. Sitting outside our villa at night watching the red glow from Mt Etna was something else. Everything about the room, and service was perfect, and we enjoyed breakfast on the outdoor patio with possibly the most fantastic view I have ever had while sipping a cup of coffee. The town of Taormina is one of the most amazing beautiful places I have been to, and staying at this hotel just sealed the deal as far as everything was concerned.

Stayed: September 2006, travelled as a couple

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Ask GregS76 about Hotel Villa Ducale

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My friends and I were privileged to spend 4 days as guests in the magical Villa Ducale. From the moment of our arrival, we were treated beautifully. The staff, particularly Paulo and Lucca, did all that they could to make our time memorable. The views from both the patio as well our our accomodations are lovely. The food was wonderful, from the delicious breakfasts to the light dinners.I would hightly recommend the Villa Ducale to anyone who has the good fortune to find themselves in Taormina, Italy. The experience will be one to treasure.

Stayed: May 2008, travelled as a couple

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Ask dorsetcottagelover about Hotel Villa Ducale

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We booked a week at this hotel as our first visit to Sicily. Our experience confirmed all the positive reviews on tripadvisor. On arrival we were greeted with glasses of sparkling wine and fresh orange juice and guided to the terrace so we could admire the stunning views of Taormina, the Med and Mount Etna. As requested we were given two delightful rooms next to each other - one double and one twin for our teenagers. Each had its own terrace with sun loungers and we enjoyed many hours here relaxing and reading in the spring sunshine. The walk down into town was only 15 minutes but involved about 500 steps so don't wear high heels! The hotel runs a mini bus service several times a day so you don't have to walk but we enjoyed the exercise preferring to take the bus for the return journey. Breakfast was served outside on the terrace and there was an enormous range of food from freshly squeezed orange juice to olives, dried meats and fruit tart. What made our stay outstanding was the level of service - nothing was too much trouble and all the staff were, without exception, friendly and helpful - recommending places to eat and sites to visit. Thank you to Paolo and his team for making our visit so memorable!

Stayed: April 2008, travelled with family

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Ask blongskent about Hotel Villa Ducale

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I stay in many different hotel - this one is very special. In many ways it is like staying with a friend - just about everything you see and experience has an extra something. You get everything you'd expect - we had a large room overlooking the bay - a big bathroom - a fridge bar - beautiful clean and stylish decor - fluffy white towels.... and then there's the service, personal, friendly, happy - its just so unusual and very special. The views of Etna and of the bay are unbeatable and there's a regular shuttle to the wonderful beach of La Pigna - all very comfortable, efficient I'd recommend this to my friends, to couples who want to get away from it all for a few days of luxury.

Stayed: May 2008, travelled with friends

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Ask Sandra2003 about Hotel Villa Ducale

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Our interest in going to Taormina was to have a pleasant, relaxing and stress-free weekend in a beautiful setting. We definitely found all of this at Hotel Villa Ducale, and strongly concur with all of the other rave reviews regarding the hotel, its great staff, and the views.

We splurged a little and took the junior suite, which had more than ample space, including a spacious and very modern bathroom. From hindsight the extra cost of the junior suite may not have been necessary. It appears that most, if not all rooms, have large balconies, ample room, and spectacular views.

We found the breakfast choices to be very good--with choices ranging from bacon and eggs, cereals, fruits, etc., to Sicilian specialities and pastries. There is only a limited restaurant menu for lunch and dinner, however, and we chose to go elsewhere for dinner each night.

The staff was extremely helpful, friendly, and informative in all matters. Plus, we were the beneficiaries of a "mojito-making competition" between two members of the staff. Both made excellent drinks.

There is limited shuttle service from the hotel down to the town and to the beach. We found it did require a little planning to coordinate our departure and return schedules with the amount of time we wanted to spend in the town. Another option is a nearby walking path (with lots of steps) down to the town. Even those of us not in the best of shape could manage the trip down in about 15 minutes. The path is not handicap accessible.

Stayed: May 2008

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